City of Pomona Community Development Block Grant

The City of Pomona Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program is a federally funded initiative administered locally through the City’s Housing Services Division. As a federal entitlement city under the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Pomona receives annual formula-based allocations to support community development projects that benefit low- and moderate-income residents. The program is guided by HUD’s national objectives and Pomona’s Consolidated Plan, ensuring that funded activities directly respond to local needs in housing, public services, and neighborhood revitalization. The CDBG program provides flexible funding to address a wide range of eligible activities. These include housing rehabilitation, public infrastructure improvements, social services such as afterschool programs or senior enrichment, and economic development initiatives designed to expand opportunities for lower-income residents. Projects must be aligned with one of HUD’s national objectives—principally benefiting low- and moderate-income persons, preventing or eliminating slums and blight, or meeting an urgent community need. The City uses its Annual Action Plan to outline the strategies and specific activities for each fiscal year. Pomona administers the CDBG program through a competitive subrecipient process. Local nonprofit organizations and eligible City departments may apply during the open Request for Proposals (RFP) period, typically announced in the fall. All applications must demonstrate alignment with priorities outlined in the City’s Consolidated Plan and show measurable outcomes for community benefit. Award decisions are made by the City Council following a public review and hearing process. Funded projects typically operate on a fiscal year basis, with performance periods starting July 1 and ending June 30 of the following year. The application process includes submission of detailed project descriptions, budgets, outcome metrics, and required certifications. Applicants must complete forms covering audit assurance, civil rights compliance, lobbying certification, and other standard HUD requirements. The City offers technical assistance resources and sample documents to support applicants in preparing compliant and competitive proposals. Documents include billing templates, client intake forms, and income verification tools. Submissions are generally completed through the City's designated grants portal, and late or incomplete applications are not considered. Citizen engagement is a foundational element of Pomona’s CDBG program. In accordance with HUD’s requirements under 24 CFR Part 91.105, the City has adopted a Citizen Participation Plan that ensures residents, particularly those in low- and moderate-income areas, have the opportunity to participate in planning, implementation, and evaluation. Public meetings and surveys are used to identify community priorities, and residents are invited to comment on draft plans and performance reports. The City publishes annual CAPER documents to report outcomes and promote transparency in its use of federal funds. The CDBG program is recurring, with new funding opportunities available on an annual basis. Notices of Funding Availability are typically posted in October for the following program year. Prospective applicants are encouraged to monitor the City’s website for updated information and attend technical assistance workshops. For further guidance or inquiries, applicants may contact the Housing Services Division at 909-620-2311. The City's program office is located at 505 South Garey Avenue, Pomona, California.

Follow application instructions precisely; use provided templates and check eligibility against the CDBG Eligible Areas Map.